Giouji

Within the grounds of Gio-ji Temple, there are beautiful gardens where you can enjoy scenery for every season. Cherry blossoms bloom in spring, the greenery is lush in summer, the autumn leaves are stunning in fall, and the winter snowscape is expansive. Especially during the autumn foliage season, many tourists visit. The surrounding area of Gio-ji Temple also offers natural landscapes such as Kiyotaki and Takao Bridge, making it recommended for strolling.

Giou-ji Temple is a quiet temple that appears in The Tale of the Heike. Within the temple grounds, there is a national treasure called the "Giou-ji Temple Engi Emaki." The mossy garden and bamboo grove are also beautiful, allowing you to enjoy a calm atmosphere. It is possible to walk there from Arashiyama, and there are also other tourist spots nearby, such as Togetsukyo Bridge and Tenryu-ji Temple.

At Gio-ji Temple, events such as art exhibitions and copying sutras are held several times a year. In addition, there is an acrylic painting gallery in front of the mountain gate, and admission is free. There are also many kimono rental shops around Gio-ji Temple, allowing you to enjoy a more Kyoto-like sightseeing experience by strolling around in a kimono.

Gio-ji Temple is located in a relatively quiet area of Arashiyama, allowing visitors to sightsee at a leisurely pace without the crowds. The temple grounds feature beautiful gardens and important cultural properties, offering views of the changing seasons. There are also other tourist spots in the surrounding area, such as Togetsukyo Bridge and the Bamboo Grove Path.

"Momiji Valley" located within the precincts of Gio-ji Temple is famous as a spot for autumn foliage. You can pass through a tunnel of autumn leaves, and many tourists visit during the autumn foliage season. The area around Gio-ji Temple also has many natural scenic spots such as Kiyotaki and Takao Bridge, making it recommended for strolling.